ATI RN
ATI Nur 285 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has diabetes mellitus about the manifestations of hypoglycemia. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shakiness is a classic symptom of hypoglycemia due to adrenaline release as the body responds to low glucose levels.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and a blood glucose level of 925 mg/dL. The nurse should anticipate which of the following prescriptions from the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: 0.9% sodium chloride IV bolus is essential to address dehydration commonly seen in DKA due to osmotic diuresis and to restore blood volume.
Question 3 of 5
Before the client starts taking phenazopyridine hydrochloride (Pyridium), she should be taught about which of the drugs side effects?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bright orange-red urine is a well-known and harmless side effect of phenazopyridine, and patients should be informed to avoid alarm.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory report of a client and identifies a serum potassium level of 6.8 mEq/L. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sodium polystyrene (Kayexalate) is used to treat hyperkalemia by promoting potassium excretion through the gastrointestinal tract.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has developed diseases of large and medium-sized blood vessels because of diabetes. Which of the following should the nurse anticipate if the client has cerebrovascular disease, cardiovascular disease, and peripheral vascular disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Macrovascular angiopathy refers to damage in large and medium-sized vessels, which is associated with cerebrovascular, cardiovascular, and peripheral vascular disease in diabetic patients.